1,1-DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE

A clear colorless liquid with an ammonia-like odor. Flash point 0°F. Corrosive to the skin. Less dense than water and soluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air and very toxic by inhalation, attacking the eyes and respiratory system. Prolonged exposure of containers to heat may result in their violent rupturing and rocketing due to decomposition. Generates toxic oxides of nitrogen when burned. Vapors may travel to a source of ignition and a flame can flashback to the source of vapors. Used as a rocket propellant and to make other chemicals.

• Highly Flammable
• Strong Reducing Agent
• Air-Reactive

Highly flammable over a wide range of vapor concentrations. May ignite spontaneously when spread on a large surface exposed to the air. [Def. Res. and Eng., pp 299-300(1963)]. Dissolves and slowly decomposes in water.

Vapor may explode if ignited in an enclosed area. Vapors may travel to a source of ignition and flashback. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. When it decomposes, 1,1-dimethylhydrazine gives off toxic nitrogen compound fumes. Dissolves, swells, and disintegrates many plastics. Dangerous when exposed to heat, flame, or oxidizers. Hazardous polymerization may not occur. (EPA, 1998)

This compound exhibits high acute toxicity as a result of exposure by all routes. Death or permanent injury may result after very short exposure to small quantities. Chronic exposure may cause pneumonia, liver damage, and kidney damage. (EPA, 1998)

1,1-DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE is a powerful reducing agent. Ignition can occur on contact with oxidizing agents such hydrogen peroxide and fuming nitric acid, [Haz. Chem. Data(1966)]. Also reacts as a base to neutralize acids in exothermic reactions.

• Amines
• Inorganic Reducing Agents

Move containers from fire area if it can be done without risk. Dike fire control water for later disposal, do not scatter the material. Cool containers that are exposed to flames with water until well after fire is out, wear positive pressure breathing apparatus and special protective clothing. Isolate for one-half mile in all directions if tank car or truck is involved in fire.

Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray, or foam for small fires. In large fires water fog, carbon dioxide, and bicarbonate agents may allow flashback and explosive re-ignition. (EPA, 1998)

Keep sparks, flames, and other sources of ignition away. Keep material out of water sources and sewers. Build dikes to contain flow as necessary. Attempt to stop leak if without undue personnel hazard. Use water spray to disperse vapors and dilute standing pools of liquid. (AAR, 2003)

Skin: Wear appropriate personal protective clothing to prevent skin contact.

Eyes: Wear appropriate eye protection to prevent eye contact.

Wash skin: The worker should immediately wash the skin when it becomes contaminated.

Remove: Work clothing that becomes wet should be immediately removed due to its flammability hazard(i.e. for liquids with flash point < 100°F)

Change: No recommendation is made specifying the need for the worker to change clothing after the work shift.

Provide: Eyewash fountains should be provided in areas where there is any possibility that workers could be exposed to the substance; this is irrespective of the recommendation involving the wearing of eye protection. Facilities for quickly drenching the body should be provided within the immediate work area for emergency use where there is a possibility of exposure. [Note: It is intended that these facilities provide a sufficient quantity or flow of water to quickly remove the substance from any body areas likely to be exposed. The actual determination of what constitutes an adequate quick drench facility depends on the specific circumstances. In certain instances, a deluge shower should be readily available, whereas in others, the availability of water from a sink or hose could be considered adequate.] (NIOSH, 2003)

_____Dupont Average Standardized Breakthrough Times_____
(for DIMETHYL HYDRAZINE)

Tychem® BR
     greater than 480 min.  (concentration:  95+%)
Tychem® CPF2
     12 min.  (concentration:  95+%)
Tychem® CPF4
     12 min.  (concentration:  95+%)
Tychem® LV
     greater than 480 min.  (concentration:  95+%)
Tychem® Reflector®
     greater than 480 min.  (concentration:  95+%)
Tychem® Responder®
     greater than 480 min.  (concentration:  98%)
Tychem® Responder® CSM
     greater than 480 min.  (concentration:  98%)
Tychem® SL
     12 min.  (concentration:  95+%)
Tychem® TK
     greater than 480 min.  (concentration:  95+%)  (DuPont, 2008)

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Warning: Effects may be delayed for hours to days. Caution is advised.

Signs and Symptoms of Acute Dimethylhydrazine Exposure: Signs and symptoms of acute exposure to dimethylhydrazine may include eye irritation, facial numbness, facial swelling, and increased salivation. Headache, twitching, seizures, convulsions, and coma may also occur. Gastrointestinal effects include anorexia, nausea, and vomiting. Pulmonary edema and hypotension (low blood pressure) are common. Dimethylhydrazine is toxic to the liver, ruptures red blood cells, and may cause kidney damage. Dermal contact may result in strong skin and mucous membrane irritation.

Emergency Life-Support Procedures: Acute exposure to dimethylhydrazine may require decontamination and life support for the victims. Emergency personnel should wear protective clothing appropriate to the type and degree of contamination. Air-purifying or supplied-air respiratory equipment should also be worn, as necessary. Rescue vehicles should carry supplies such as dimethylhydrazine-resistant sheeting and disposable bags to assist in preventing spread of contamination.

Inhalation Exposure:
1. Move victims to fresh air. Emergency personnel should avoid self-exposure to dimethylhydrazine.
2. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other respiratory support.
3. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or performance of other invasive procedures.
4. Transport to a health care facility.

Dermal/Eye Exposure:
1. Remove victims from exposure. Emergency personnel should avoid self- exposure to dimethylhydrazine.
2. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other respiratory support.
3. Remove contaminated clothing as soon as possible.
4. If eye exposure has occurred, eyes must be flushed with lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes.
5. Wash exposed skin areas THOROUGHLY with soap and water.
6. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or performance of other invasive procedures.
7. Transport to a health care facility.

Ingestion Exposure:
1. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other respiratory support.
2. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or performance of other invasive procedures.
3. Vomiting may be induced with syrup of Ipecac. If elapsed time since ingestion of dimethylhydrazine is unknown or suspected to be greater than 30 minutes, do not induce vomiting and proceed to Step
4. Ipecac should not be administered to children under 6 months of age.Warning: Ingestion of dimethylhydrazine may result in sudden onset of seizures or loss of consciousness. Syrup of Ipecac should be administered only if victims are alert, have an active gag-reflex, and show no signs of impending seizure or coma. If ANY uncertainty exists, proceed to Step
4.The following dosages of Ipecac are recommended: children up to 1 year old, 10 mL (1/3 oz); children 1 to 12 years old, 15 mL (1/2 oz); adults, 30 mL (1 oz). Ambulate (walk) the victims and give large quantities of water. If vomiting has not occurred after 15 minutes, Ipecac may be readministered. Continue to ambulate and give water to the victims. If vomiting has not occurred within 15 minutes after second administration of Ipecac, administer activated charcoal.
4. Activated charcoal may be administered if victims are conscious and alert. Use 15 to 30 g (1/2 to 1 oz) for children, 50 to 100 g (1-3/4 to 3-1/2 oz) for adults, with 125 to 250 mL (1/2 to 1 cup) of water.
5. Promote excretion by administering a saline cathartic or sorbitol to conscious and alert victims. Children require 15 to 30 g (1/2 to 1 oz) of cathartic; 50 to 100 g (1-3/4 to 3-1/2 oz) is recommended for adults.
6. Transport to a health care facility. (EPA, 1998)

• 1,1-DIMETHYL HYDRAZINE
• 1,1-DIMETILHIDRAZINA (DOT SPANISH)
• AS-DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE
• ASYM DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE
• ASYMMETRIC DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE
• DIMAZIN
• DIMAZINE
• DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE
• DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE UNSYMMETRICAL
• DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE, UNSYMMETRICAL
• DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE, [UNSYMMETRICAL]
• DIMETILHIDRAZINA, ASIMÉTRICA (DOT SPANISH)
• DIMÉTHYL-1,1 HYDRAZINE (DOT FRENCH)
• DIMÉTHYLHYDRAZINE, ASYMÉTRIQUE (DOT FRENCH)
• DMH
• GEM-DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE
• HYDRAZINE, 1,1-DIMETHYL
• HYDRAZINE, 1,1-DIMETHYL-
• N,N-DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE
• RCRA WASTE NUMBER U098
• U-DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE
• UDMH
• UN 1163
• UNS-DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE
• UNSYM-DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE
• UNSYMMETRICAL DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE
• UNSYMMETRICAL-DIMETHYLHYDRAZINE